Chimney repair after strong winds in Biscayne Island
We make the chimney top weather-tight first, so the next rain does not add to the damage.
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Clues that wind or water got in after a storm
- Chimney cap missing after the wind
- Brick or mortar pieces in the yard
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- Leaves and twigs in the fireplace
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After-storm chimney work for homes in Biscayne Island
Weather-tight first, lasting repairs second
The first goal after a storm is to stop more water getting in. That may mean covering an open flue, sealing a lifted edge or protecting a cracked crown until it can be repaired properly.
Lasting repairs follow once the damage is understood and the materials are ready. The two stages are separate items on the estimate. You can see what the temporary work does, what it costs and what the permanent repair will replace. Nothing temporary is presented as the finished job.
Stone veneer loosened by wind or impact
Stone veneer on a chimney can loosen after an impact or when water gets behind it during a long, windy rain. A loose stone can fall, and the gap it leaves lets more water into the wall behind.
We check the veneer for loose units, open joints and cracks, and we look for water marks where the veneer meets the roof. Loose stones are reset in a suitable mortar, and open joints are repointed to match. For manufactured stone, its maker's installation guide shapes the repair. The veneer work is listed separately, with the affected areas described.
If a carbon monoxide alarm sounds after the storm
If a carbon monoxide alarm sounds, move everyone outside at once. From outside, call 911, and do not go back in until responders say the house is clear.
After a storm, a damaged cap, a debris-blocked flue or a cover over a working vent can push exhaust back into the house. Consumer safety guidance warns that vents and chimneys must stay clear of tarps and debris. Leave any fuel-burning appliance off until the flue has been checked and the cause found.
Custom chase covers measured on site
Chase covers are usually made to measure. The chase size, the pipe opening, the skirt height and the collar all have to fit the chase they sit on, and no two chases are quite alike.
We measure on site and order the cover to those measurements, with a shape that sheds water. While it is being made, the chase is protected with a temporary cover. When the new cover arrives, it is fastened and sealed as the chimney maker's instructions describe, and the temporary cover is removed and hauled away.
Storm repair scope for Biscayne Island homes
- Fasteners matched to the cap metal
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
- Interior water entry points noted
- Free written estimate before any work
Asked after a strong storm
My chimney cap blew off. What should I do first?
Leave the fireplace unlit, close the damper if it still closes, and keep people away from any fallen pieces. Do not climb onto the roof. Then arrange a free inspection and a temporary cover over the open flue.
Is there a discount on storm damage repairs?
Yes. Storm repairs you approve inside 72 hours of your free inspection are 10% off, and so is anything else booked with them. Both the inspection and the estimate cost nothing either way.
What should I tell you when I call after a storm?
Describe what you see from the ground, what changed inside, such as water or debris in the fireplace, and when you noticed it. Mention whether the chimney is masonry or a metal flue in a framed chase.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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